FAQ & Troubleshooting
Frequently asked questions
Do I need Chrome or a special browser?
No. The REST and OpenAPI endpoints work everywhere. The in-page WebMCP registration lights up automatically in browsers that support it; every other agent uses the REST API.
Is it secure?
Yes. Read tools for public content are public, like WordPress' own REST API. Write tools require a logged-in session and a same-session nonce. You control exactly which tools are exposed. See the security model.
Does it require WooCommerce?
No. WooCommerce tools appear only when WooCommerce is active. On a plain WordPress site they are hidden entirely.
Does it send my data anywhere?
MCPify's tools do not: no telemetry, everything runs inside your WordPress install. The one exception is the optional Pro upgrade, which bundles the Freemius SDK for licensing and updates (it contacts freemius.com); that usage tracking is opt-in and the free tools need no account.
Do I need Composer or a build step?
No. MCPify is plug-n-play: upload the ZIP, activate, done.
Can developers add their own tools?
Yes, with a documented PHP API (mcpify_register_tools) - no core files need editing. See the developer guide.
Troubleshooting
The MCPify menu does not appear
- Confirm the plugin is activated under Plugins.
- The admin screens require the
manage_optionscapability - log in as an administrator. - Check that your site meets the requirements: WordPress 6.4+ and PHP 8.1+.
WooCommerce tools are missing from the manifest
WooCommerce tools only register when WooCommerce is active. Activate WooCommerce, then reload the manifest. If they are still missing, check that the woocommerce group is not disabled in MCPify > Settings.
A tool is missing from the manifest
- It may be disabled in MCPify > Tools, or its whole group may be disabled in Settings.
- The master switch in Settings may be off.
- Pro-only tools (cart, checkout, orders, CPT) require the Pro edition.